Manchester, Greater Manchester to London (MAN–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: Jun 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MAN–LGW had nonstop service from easyJet, last on the schedule in June 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 176 miles in 23h 34m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→LGW | IOM→LGW | LTN→LGW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 108 mi | 130 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 13 | 1 |
| Flight time | 23h 34m | 1h 15m | 3h 44m |
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · LGW: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 6:00 PM in London.
The Metrolink tram (Airport line) connects Manchester city centre (Piccadilly) to the airport in about 55 minutes for £4.50–£5.50, running until midnight. The dedicated rail service from Manchester Piccadilly takes only 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak) and runs frequently from 06:00 to 23:00. Direct trains also serve Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, and other northern cities.National Express coaches connect the airport to London Victoria (3h15, from £10) and many regional cities. Taxis from the city centre cost £25–40 depending on traffic. The airport is well-signed from the M56 motorway with on-site multi-storey parking (Terminal 1/2/3 all have adjacent structures).
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
MAN–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to LGW
Manchester Airport (MAN) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) had nonstop service from easyJet, last on the schedule in June 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
MAN to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to LGW is about 23 hours 34 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 176 miles (283 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Riga, Lyon Saint-Exupéry and Bari Karol Wojtyła. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Castletown (IOM), Luton, Luton (LTN) and Bristol (BRS).